1981 BMW 745 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 745. (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 745 | Express |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |
